
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Des Moines, IA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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329 5th St

329 5th St

7815 Douglas Ave

107 4th St

800 13th St

1760 SE LA Grant Pkwy

2211 60th St

1548 NW 81st St
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8601 Westown Pkwy

8610 EP True Pkwy

8350 Ep True Pky, Unit 1308

3316 68th St

3314 68th St

8350 EP True Pkwy
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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Des Moines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Des Moines 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,440 | $1,075 | $1,795 |
West Des Moines 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,026 | $1,050 | $2,600 |
West Des Moines 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,490 | $2,395 | $2,695 |
West Des Moines 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $625. Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Urban Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Lenox Properties | Drake | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
The Flats Apartments | Sandstone | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Hampton House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Woodland West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $704 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe starting at $2,500 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Timberline Ridge | Timberline | 3BR,3BA | $0.98 |
Platinum Pointe | Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed | 3BR,3BA | $1.04 |
Greenway Square | 9187 Burkwood Drive #108 | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.02 |
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes | Andover | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
Maplewood Townhouses | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Somerfield Village Center Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The 4220 Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
Colonial Village | Plymouth | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Nelson LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Woodland West | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines
What type of rentals are currently available in West Des Moines?
There are currently 323 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $4,091. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $750 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Des Moines?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Des Moines ranges from $750 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,881.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Des Moines?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines range from $1,000 to $4,091, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.
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